Archive forNovember, 2009
Nov
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Central Hosts & Wins Second DKC HS Tourney
November 4, 2009 | Leave a Comment
On Tuesday, November 3rd Kansas City Central hosted the second DKC high school tournament of the season. Eleven schools competed, with the host capturing the sweepstakes prize. For the second tournament in a row, F.L. Schlagle’s duo of Alexis Wade and Cynthia Bronwlee were crowned the top two varsity speakers. But University Academy’s Jordan Henderson & Jacquada Gray ultimately [...]
Nov
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How to Give a Response Speech in Congress
November 3, 2009 | Leave a Comment
We have new video detailing how to give a “response” speech in student congress. A response speech is where you directly refute, or respond to, the points made by the previous speaker. The example used used in the video is over a resolution to end poverty, a piece of legislation which is part of the DKC middle school packet. [...]
Nov
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Turner Middle School Tournament Recap
November 3, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Turner Middle School hosted DEBATE-Kansas City’s first middle school tournament of the season on Thursday, October 29th. Fourteen schools competed with Lincoln College Preparatory Academy narrowly defeating Sumner Academy for top honors in total sweepstakes points. The Turner team served as excellent hosts. Head coach Paula Hough was prepared and energized to provide over 200 kids a [...]
